Treatment Question: How much to vary oils?

[Flying High]

Hello Aromatherapists!

My question is about how much my selection of oils should be varied when treating something specific.
In this instance I have a head cold - bunged up sinuses, etc.
I know that after about a week I should vary the oils I use to prevent toxicity etc, but in the shorter term, should I be using the same blend in order to give it chance to work?
So if I massage in a blend in the morning, should I use the same blend in the evening?

I use the same blend consistently with my 2 yr old's cold because I'm following a specific recipe for children, but for me there are so many options.

I'd be grateful to know your thoughts.
Thanks

 

[Minda Now]

For sinus congestion and colds I often vary what I use in the morning and evening. For instance I would use Eucalyptus Radiata, Peppermint Rosemary, Cajeput which are stimulating in the morning and Niouli, Myrtle, Lavender, and Sweet Marjoram in the evening because they are relaxing oils and you don't want to be too alert then.

Go with what works for you, I doubt that a cold should last more than a week anyway, but if it does respond to the symptoms you are getting to match the properties of the oils. i.e. if you are congested use decongestant oils.

Binah
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